Mauna kea summit & stars
adventure

The summit of Mauna Kea is renowned as the world's greatest astronomical observation site. It is also one of Hawaii's most sacred cultural sites. Learn about the remarkable evolution and changes our island's natural world has experienced. Our dinner stop is at a historic ranch outpost. After dinner we make our way to the top for a sensational sunset. Stand in awe at the top of the world's tallest volcano amidst the largest collection of telescopes on earth and some of the most dramatic scenery you'll ever witness. And then, at a lower elevation, your Interpretive Naturalist will reveal the wonders and world-class clarity of our Hawaiian night skies.

Pricing

$176.25 per person

Timing

Departs Four Seasons Hualalai:
Between 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. -
Return to hotel: between 9:20 p.m. - 10:50 p.m.

Departs Waikoloa:
Between 2:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. -
Return to hotel: between 9:10 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.
Tour time changes seasonally with sunset times

Price Includes

  • Roundtrip transportation from selected resorts
  • Use of hooded parkas & mittens
  • Dinner at a private location.
  • Interpretive guide
  • Access fees
  • State tax

Notes

  • Those with respiratory or heart conditions, poor health or pregnant women should not access the summit.
  • Children under the age of 16 are not allowed on summit tours.
  • State permit allows no more than 2 vans per day.
  • Although guests are provided hooded parkas, they should bring a light sweater or sweatshirt, wear long pants and good walking shoes.
  • Public restrooms available during tour.
  • Scuba divers please note that the summit altitude is over 13,000 feet.
  • Guests are not allowed into the observatories.
  • Guide gratuity is not included, and is at your own discretion and expense.